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Grade AAmerican

The Quimby

135-25 142 STREET, Queens, 11436

Should you eat here?

Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (2 weeks ago). Details below.

Last inspected Jul 23, 2026 · New York City health department

What the inspector found on Jul 23, 2026

  • Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.

    Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.

    Critical

  • Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.

    Single service article not provided. Single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. Drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.

  • A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.

    Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

Inspection history

DateResultTypeViolations
Jul 23, 2026Grade ACycle Inspection / Initial Inspection3 (1 critical)
Jul 3, 2025Grade ACycle Inspection / Re-inspection3 (1 critical)
May 22, 2025Grade PendingCycle Inspection / Initial Inspection8 (5 critical)
May 24, 2024Grade APre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection3 (1 critical)

Problems that keep coming back

Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.

  • 4×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
  • 2×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.

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